Cargo Lift Platforms
Hydraulic cargo lift platforms for the efficient transport of heavy materials between floors in factories, warehouses, logistics centers, shopping malls and hospitals. Load capacity from 100 kg to 10,000 kg and travel of up to 12 meters; platform dimensions are manufactured entirely to your project. The column type is also ideal for exterior facade applications.
The scissor type, with a construction that supports the load directly from underneath, is ideal for intensive transport cycles between two levels; with pit installation the platform surface sits flush with the floor, so pallet trucks and forklifts drive on without waiting. The column type carries the load from the side on guide columns and reaches greater travel heights; it is preferred for mezzanine feeding, shaft-void applications and floor feeding from a building's exterior facade.
Where a pit cannot be opened, the solution is above-floor installation with a loading ramp. Capacity calculations must account not only for the material being carried but also for the weight of handling equipment such as a loaded pallet truck or roll cage; the number of transport cycles per shift directly affects the selection of the hydraulic unit and cylinders. Structural obstacles such as shallow pits and low headroom are overcome with project-specific engineering.
The references for this approach are in the field: at the MAN bus factory, 8 scissor platforms of 3,500 kg distributed across the production lines operate in synchronization; at Kühne+Nagel's Dubai logistics center, a 3,000 kg cargo platform serves without interruption in extreme climate conditions; and the 15,000 kg heavy-duty platform we built for ISUZU marks the upper capacity limit of custom manufacturing.
Key Features
- Honed cylinder, chrome-plated rod
- Hose-burst safety valve
- Overload safety valve
- Above-floor or pit installation
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Frequently Asked Questions
What determines the price of a cargo lift platform?
Load capacity, travel distance, platform dimensions, installation type (pit or above-floor) and usage intensity are the main items that determine the price. Since every platform is custom-built for its project, a firm price is given in a quote prepared after the site survey.
What is the difference between a freight elevator and a cargo lift platform?
A freight elevator is a conventional structure with a cabin and shaft; a cargo lift platform carries loads between two or a few levels with a simpler construction and requires far less structural intervention in an existing building. The right system is determined at the site survey based on the number of floors and the usage scenario.
Can the platform be loaded with a forklift or pallet truck?
Yes. With pit installation the platform surface sits flush with the floor, so pallet trucks and forklifts drive straight on to load. The weight of the handling equipment is included in the capacity calculation, which is why your usage pattern is assessed together during the site survey.
Can a cargo platform be installed outside the building, on the facade?
Yes; the column type is suitable for exterior facade applications. It is manufactured with weather-resistant surface protection and allows basements or upper floors to be fed from outside.